Job Description

An Animal Nutritionist will design, develop and evaluate the diets of animals to maximise growth, reproduction, health and performance. They will research the effectiveness of different dietary regimes and assess the nutritional and economic value of feeding systems.

Entry Requirements

You can get this job through:

College

You could do a Level 3 Diploma in Animal Care or Applied Science.

You may need 4 or 5 GCSEs at grades 9 to 4 (A* to C), or equivalent, for a level 3 course.

The following local colleges offer courses in Animal Care or Applied Science:

Or your local 6th form may offer a relevant course.

University

You could do a higher national diploma or degree in:

Agriculture or Agricultural Technology
Biomedical Sciences
Animal Management/Science
Dietetics
Biochemistry
Nutrition
Animal Science/Applied Animal Science
Veterinary Science
Animal Health and Welfare
Zoology

You will need 2 or 3 A levels, or equivalent for a degree.

Click here to search for a suitable course.

Career Tips

It is a good idea to try and get work experience or a part time job on a farm, a zoo or in animal feed sales.

To find out more information about an Animal Nutritionist go to Tasty Careers.

Career Path and Progression

Once you are experienced you could travel and work overseas. You could also find an opportunity to become specialise and become an independent consultant.

Related careers you may be interested in:

Specialist field consultant
Lecturing in animal nutrition
Researching animal management

Required Skills

Good IT and administration skills
The ability to analyse data and write reports
Well organised and good at time management
Good interpersonal skills
An understanding of the scientific basis of nutrition

Salary Range

£18,000 to £50,000

Animal Nutritionist